Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training and Business Skills for Fitness Professionals

Introduction

Please note: A specific agreement must be in place for any centre wishing to deliver this qualification outside of an apprenticeship framework in Wales or Northern Ireland. For further information please contact the Business Development team.

The aim of this qualification is to develop learners with existing knowledge and skills in gym instruction who would like to pursue a career in personal training.

Entry requirements

Learners must hold a suitable Level 2 qualification in Fitness Instructing (Gym).

The course requires physical exertion and individual participation is essential, therefore a degree of physical fitness is necessary.

There is also an element of communication (discussing, presenting, reading and writing) involved and learners should have basic skills in communication pitched at level 2.

Qualification structure

This qualification comprises of eight mandatory units (38 credits).

Assessment

• Coursework/Project.
• Multiple Choice Examination.
• Portfolio of Evidence.
• Practical Demonstration/Assignment.

Fees breakdown

£99 Registration / Certification fee
£51 Manual fee
£25 eManual fee
£100 eLearning fee

£180 Registration / Certification & eLearning fee (combined)
£200 Registration / Certification, Manual, & eLearning fee (combined)

Career progression

This qualification provides progression onto:

• Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Exercise Referral.
• Active IQ Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Personal Training.
• Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Pilates Matwork.
• Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Teaching Yoga.
• Active IQ Level 4 Certificate in Advanced Personal Training
• Active IQ Level 3 Award in Supporting Pre and Postnatal Clients with Exercise and Nutrition.
• Active IQ Level 3 Award in Designing Exercise Programmes for Older Adults.
• Active IQ Level 3 Award in Designing Exercise Programmes for Disabled Clients.